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NA62 VNS

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

156,810 mi
Last recorded156,810 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA62 VNS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2021 156,810 miles

Covers & shield fitted

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked with yellow chalk (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2020 150,675 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 146,036 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

covers & shields fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2019 138,057 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2019 129,444 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

covers & shields fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2018 119,913 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2018 112,851 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 108,559 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

covers and shields fitted

Fail 7 Jul 2017 108,540 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55 R16 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no Patten (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc lipped (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front head light slightly insecure

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc rusty, scored (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 98,385 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 97,100 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2015 87,924 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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NA62 VNS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NA62 VNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NA62 VNS registered?

NA62 VNS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is NA62 VNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA62 VNS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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